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Suspected Bronx arsonist pleads not guilty

The man accused of starting a fire that destroyed six businesses in Westchester Square pleaded not guilty Tuesday. William Crean, 40, is facing third-degree arson charges for allegedly setting a fire

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Oct 27, 2009, 1:10 PM

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